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OH SR114

Resolution

Status

Passed

12/19/2011

Primary Sponsor

Bob Gibbs

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Origin

Senate

128th General Assembly (2009-2010)

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Ronald E. Rosser as a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military decoration for armed forces members demonstrating gallantry in duty.

  • Honors Rosser's service as a corporal in the Heavy Mortar Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division during the Korean War on January 12, 1952 around Ponggilli, Korea.

  • Acknowledges Rosser's heroic actions when his unit came under fire, as he risked his own safety to protect his unit while setting aside personal considerations.

  • Notes Rosser's additional military decorations including the Purple Heart and his subsequent donation of the Congressional Medal of Honor to the State of Ohio.

  • Directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit an authenticated copy of the resolution to Ronald E. Rosser.

Legislative Description

Honoring Ronald E. Rosser as a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient.

Last Action

Adopted

12/19/2011

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